Academic handbook

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Academic HandbookMSc and PhD in Maritime Affairs

taught in MalmöEntry 2016

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WMU’s mission is to be the world centre of excellence in postgraduate maritime

and oceans education, professional training and research, while building

global capacity and sustainable development

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The MSc in Maritime Affairs and the PhD in Maritime Affairs are accredited by ZEvA (Zentrale Evaluations- und Akkreditierungsagentur Hannover/ Central Evaluation and Accreditation Agency Hanover, Germany). The Swedish Ministry of Education and Research, the public agency responsible for higher education in Sweden, has issued a formal statement that WMU is entitled to conduct activities in Sweden and confer degrees in Sweden under its Charter. The World Maritime University is a member of:• the European University Association (EUA)• the International Association of Universities (IAU)• the International Association of Maritime

Universities (IAMU)

WMU is recognized by the US Department of Veterans’ Affairs for study at both MSc and PhD level.

The World Maritime University has adopted an equal opportunities policy and positively welcomes applications from women, who are currently under-represented in the field of maritime studies and employment.

The World Maritime University is committed to a policy of quality in the management, control and delivery of its higher education, research and support systems. The information in this publication is correct as at 1 September 2015, but developments may cause our study programmes and student amenities to change at any time without notice. The Academic Handbook forms no part of any contract between the University and any person.

Welcome to WMU 5

What is WMU? 6

MSc in Maritime Affairs 8

• Admission 11

• Fees 13

• 1st Term 14

• 2nd & 3rd Term 15

• 4th Term 22

PhD in Maritime Affairs 24

• Admission 25

• Areas of research 26

• Fees 26

Life in Malmö 27

WMU’s other academic programmes:

MSc in International Transport & Logistics 30

MSc in Maritime Safety & Environmental 31 Management

Postgraduate Diplomas 32

Executive & Professional Development Courses 36

Academic staff 37

Application & payment 38

Calendar of key dates 39

Contents

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Welcome to WMU

As the President of the World Maritime University (WMU), I am pleased to introduce our post-graduate programme of studies. This is a very exciting time in the history of WMU. Shipping has always been and continues to be a global industry and is today the most globalized of all industries, responsible for carrying 90 percent of world trade. The Ocean, which covers over 70 percent of our planet, is the transport mode for ships, contains vast resources and is responsible for the health and sustainability of our planet. WMU has a responsibility and an obligation to ensure that it provides education, training, capacity building and research to support and promote these important areas and issues, taking into account the impact of rapid technological developments and change, including e-navigation and e-maritime.

The WMU was founded in 1983 by the International Maritime Organization (IMO). Since then, it has grown both in size - with programmes now in China and partnerships with a number of other universities - and also in the breadth and depth of its curriculum. WMU is recognized as the leading global academic institution for postgraduate maritime studies and research. By the end of 2015, over 4,100 graduates from 166 countries will have received MSc and PhD degrees from the University. WMU’s alumni have gone on to occupy leading positions in their government, industry academia, civil society and the media.

We are continuing to build on our strengths based on the following six specializations: Shipping Management & Logistics, Port Management, Maritime Safety & Environmental Administration, Marine Environmental & Ocean Management, Maritime Law & Policy, and Maritime Education & Training. Given our impressive track record, the University is well placed to continue to grow and to ensure that it prepares the next generation of maritime, port and ocean leaders and experts to take on the challenges of today and tomorrow as well as the new quality job opportunities that will be created.

It is therefore with great enthusiasm that I announce the expansion of our offering of specializations, building on the existing curriculum, to ensure that the maritime, shipping and ports sectors as well as ocean stakeholders are able to count on the education and expertise they need to continue to adapt, grow and remain sustainable. Account is being taken of new and emerging regulatory environments, innovations and technology that impact on efficiency, competitiveness, climate change and new ways of doing business. WMU is therefore expanding its offerings to include the relevant UN 2030 Sustainable Development Goals and Targets adopted by the Heads of States and Governments of 193 countries at United Nations General Assembly on 25 September 2015. These new offerings are also based on decisions made by the IMO Council in June 2015, on the basis of the IMO Secretary-General’s Study on the Sustainability of WMU that was endorsed by the WMU Board of Governors.

This clearly articulated direction is intended to help achieve Goals 7, 14 and 17 of the UN’s 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Goal 7 concerns access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for

all. Goal 14 deals with the conservation and sustainable use of the oceans, seas and maritime resources for sustainable development. Goal 17 focuses on strengthening implementation and partnerships with an important focus on capacity building as one of the means to achieve this goal. WMU’s response to the 2030 Agenda has taken the form of two new specializations within the MSc in Maritime Affairs in: Maritime Energy Management and a re-designed specialization in Ocean Sustainability, Governance & Management. These new specializations will offer effective and targeted education and capacity building for countries and the maritime and oceans community as a whole. They will provide advanced knowledge and critical skills necessary to support the implementation of Goals 7 and 14.

WMU’s teaching programme is also expanding in a wonderful new home. The University moved into its new building earlier in April 2015 and was inaugurated in May 2015. We are proud that our new state of the art headquarters was awarded the City of Malmö’s highest architecture prize, the City Building Prize. Those of you who will join WMU in 2016 will be the second cohort to enjoy this wonderful space and facilities.

To the Class of 2017, I extend a very warm welcome on behalf of the faculty and staff of the University. We sincerely believe that your stay with us will be professionally rewarding and personally enjoyable. The knowledge and skills you acquire will further your career, contribute to the development of your country, business or organization, and improve co-operation with the global maritime industry and oceans stakeholders. WMU is the GoToPlace for excellence in maritime and ocean education, training and capacity building and I look forward to welcoming you in person.

Dr. Cleopatra Doumbia-HenryPresident

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Our vision To be the world centre of excellence in postgraduate maritime and oceans education, professional training and research, while building global capacity and sustainable development. Our mission and goals As the International Maritime Organization’s centre of excellence for postgraduate maritime education, our mission is to serve the global maritime community through education, research, and capacity building to ensure safe, secure and efficient shipping on clean oceans. WMU offers a unique postgraduate educational programme, undertakes wide-ranging research in maritime and environmental studies, and continues maritime capacity building. Working closely with our stakeholders, including IMO, the maritime industry, national maritime administrations, and NGOs, WMU is positioned to:

• Help build a more environmentally sensitive and sustainable world through education and research in the maritime sector

• Educate future global maritime leaders• Contribute to maritime capacity building and the

development of effective policies of equal opportunity for the global maritime community

• Provide an international focus and forum for networking and collaboration on critical issues and developments in maritime transportation worldwide

Our aims The University was established in 1983 by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to increase the number of highly qualified specialist maritime personnel in countries across the world. With such specialists, international maritime conventions can be implemented for the benefit of the whole global community. Maritime safety can be improved, the marine environment better protected, and international shipping and ports made more efficient. Specialists in developing countries can make sure that economic growth in the maritime field is sustainable, with integrated planning for the oceans allowing each sector to develop without damage to any other. But beyond these immediate practical aims, the University is a forum for people of many nationalities to participate in teaching and learning. Our goals are to foster tolerance, to encourage international co-operation, to solve international maritime problems, and to co-ordinate action internationally. WMU educates people for the benefit of their countries. Our students benefit from the postgraduate maritime education we offer. As WMU graduates, they return to their home countries and, in turn, transfer their newly gained expertise to colleagues, helping their nations to achieve the highest practicable standards in maritime transportation and development.

What is WMU?

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Our programmes of study The University is active across a broad spectrum of postgraduate programmes.

Master of Science in Maritime Affairs, taught in Malmö with seven specializations: Maritime Education & Training; Maritime Energy Management; Maritime Law & Policy; Maritime Safety & Environmental Administration; Ocean Sustainability, Governance & Management; Port Management; and Shipping Management & Logistics. The programme has been carefully designed to be responsive to the real needs of the maritime and oceans sectors, offering an expert balance of academic study and practical experience, and providing a unique insight into the whole range of maritime endeavour.

Doctor of Philosophy in Maritime Affairs, with six active areas of research and a growing school of doctoral students. WMU has a stong tradition of interdisciplinary research at doctoral level, and has won a large number of externally funded projects, often working in collaboration with partners from industry and academia. The structure of the PhD programme makes it flexible and responsive to the needs of both full-time students based in Malmö and candidates based mainly at their employing organization.

Master of Science programmes in China. WMU offers two Master of Science programmes taught in China: one in International Transport & Logistics, delivered in Shanghai, and the other in Maritime Safety & Environmental Management, taught in Dalian.

Postgraduate Diploma programmes, delivered mainly by distance learning. There are currently four Postgraduate Diploma programmes, which vary slightly in length, from 12 to 16 months. These programme are professionaly oriented and provide academic knowledge that can be applied immediately in the participants’ professional lives.

Executive & Professional Development Courses, providing mid-career professional updating on a wide range of topics. Delivered in Malmö, or at a location chosen by the client, the EPDCs offer participants the opportunity to meet the challenges of a fast-changing industry.

International Conferences WMU regularly organizes and hosts successful international conferences, often co-hosted with international organizations, such as IMO, UNEP and the EU, and attracting eminent keynote speakers.

Students enrolled on the Malmö programmes are able to attend these conferences as part of their studies, extending their network of contacts and taking part in high-level discussions with very senior maritime practitioners. Recent international conferences have included:

• Emerging Ballast Water Treatment Systems, 2010 • Oil Spill Risk Management, 2011 • International Conference on Piracy at Sea, 2011 • International Conference on Ship Recycling, 2013• Corporate Social Responsibility: the Business

Case for a Sustainable Shipping Industry, 2013• Maritime Women: Global Leadership, 2014• Maritime Education and Training: Catalyst of

Industry Growth. Regional Alumni Conference, Myanmar, 2015

• International Maritime Education & Training, 2015• Safe and Sustainable Shipping in a Changing

Arctic Environment, 2015

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MSc in Maritime Affairs

The WMU MSc programme emphasises the practical application of expertise. It offers both an overview of the complex, inter-related maritime field, as well as the opportunity to specialise. The programme is designed to respond directly to the real needs of the maritime industry, and to equip graduates with the skills needed today and in the future. It is academically challenging and professionally oriented, and is designed for ambitious, mid-career maritime professionals. It provides a particularly strong foundation if you intend to move into an international career. WMU is active in research that is influencing the development of the maritime industry. From the effects of climate change to maritime safety & security, from piracy to port state control, WMU’s faculty are involved in directional research that also adds significant value to the content of the MSc programme, keeping it fresh and relevant.

MSc graduatesThe graduates of WMU’s MSc in Maritime Affairs take back to their home countries extensive maritime expertise, specifically in the areas of security, safety and environmental protection. They also have an appreciation of the latest technology, an understanding of the direction of future global developments, a broad network of essential contacts in the industry and constructive plans for the future.

MSc graduates are:• equipped with the knowledge necessary to contribute to national and international capacity building and to fulfil their

national and international responsibilities for effective maritime development• possessed of expert leadership, problem-solving and critical analysis skills• able to contribute to the sustainable development of the maritime industry • knowledgeable about IMO regulations and Conventions, and the goals of the UN• competent in addressing the changing needs of the maritime industry• equipped with hands-on and contemporary knowledge acquired from both resident and visiting faculty• able to operate and interact in an international and multi-cultural environment• members of an maritime network that spans the globe and crosses all areas of maritime activity• able to communicate confidently in English in a professional context

As IMO’s university, the World Maritime University is in a unique position to deliver a world-class, research-informed professional MSc programme. The quality of our graduates has been recognized in countries around the world, where WMU graduates hold very senior posts in government, companies, universities, international organizations and diplomatic missions. WMU aims to educate the maritime leaders of tomorrow, and has a track-record of success.

Field Study Programme The students following the MSc in Maritime Affairs benefit from a unique field study programme hosted by organizations such as shipping companies, port authorities, maritime administrations, and a range of other governmental and non-governmental organizations, all over Europe, the Americas and Asia. These field studies link the students’ theoretical knowledge to practical experience, so that they can gain valuable insights into professional practices around the world - insights that are unique to WMU’s students. The field studies are part of the individual MSc specializations, and the programmes typically involve the following destinations: Maritime Education & Training: universities/institutions in Norway, the Philippines, the Netherlands, EMSA (Lisbon) and IMO (London) Maritime Energy Management: Turkey, Sweden, IMO (London), Norway, Italy and Denmark Maritime Law & Policy: the ICJ (the Hague) or ITLOS (Hamburg), Chile, BIMCO (Copenhagen), and IMO (London) Maritime Safety & Environmental Administration: Turkey (Istanbul), Korea, Germany, UK (IMO), Argentina, Chile and Denmark Ocean Sustainability, Governance & Management: Finland, Germany, Malta, and the Netherlands Port Management: Singapore, Poland, Sweden, Denmark, and Germany (Hamburg) and other major ports Shipping Management & Logistics: Greece, Sweden (Gothenburg), the UK (London) and Germany (Hamburg) and other major shipping destinations

The co-operation of an enormous range of global institutions makes it possible for WMU students to experience the application of the latest theories, practices and technologies in real-life maritime situations, and to join a global network of maritime professionals.

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Visiting ProfessorsA further unique element of the WMU MSc in Maritime Affairs programme is the involvement of Visiting Professors, some of whom have been teaching at WMU since its foundation in 1983.Each year, around one hundred internationally renowned senior maritime experts come to the University from a very diverse range of countries and institutions, including governments, multilateral organizations, universities, associations and companies. They are all internationally recognized experts, and play a key role in enabling WMU to deliver our complex and wide-ranging programme. WMU is the only maritime university in the world that offers its students direct access to such a network of senior people with real global impact. English and Study Skills ProgrammeWMU offers a specialist Maritime English and Study Skills Programme (ESSP). The ESSP is designed to enhance English language competences and provide the skills necessary to follow a postgraduate programme successfully, whether this programme is at WMU or another institution. More than a quarter of the ESSP students are external students, who come to Malmö for this unique programme that prepares them for both study and professional life in the maritime field.The ESSP runs each year from June to September, and its curriculum is designed to cover the skills required for success in a postgraduate degree programme and for professional success. The core components are Academic Writing Skills, Speaking & Presentation Skills and Thematic Integrated Skills. The programme also includes academic lectures by WMU professors, and IT and library workshops. The classes are small to facilitate group activities and allow a very high level of individual feedback to students from their teachers. The competences that are developed include effective problem solving, solid research methods, critical reading and analysis, all skills that are needed in postgraduate study. For more information about theprogramme, please go to wmu.se/essp. To apply to follow

the ESSP as a stand-alone programme of study, please contact the Registry: [email protected]

Library & Research ServicesInformation resources and services at WMU are world class. In addition to the 50,000 volumes on the WMU library shelves, the University provides access to more than a hundred thousand ebooks that are available on campus and off, as well as access to several specialized legal and maritime databases, such as HeinOnline, Clarkson’s Shipping Intelligence Network, and of course, IMO Docs. Likewise, the library provides access to thousands of full text online periodicals, including Lloyd’s List and Containerisation International, that complement its print journal holdings of more than 350 different titles. The library collection is particularly strong in maritime law, law of the sea, shipping economics, maritime safety, marine environment, coastal management, port management, shipping management, and intermodal transportation.Research services offered by the University include loan of material from other libraries around the world, an ability to request documents on demand electronically, and in-depth literature searches. Likewise students and researchers are granted access to other libraries in southern Sweden, in particular the Universities of Lund and Malmö, along with the city public library, Malmö Stadsbibliotek. As WMU has close ties with other maritime educational institutions and key organizations and commercial entities within the maritime sector, it is afforded access to cutting edge information on a routine basis. Such a provision further enables the library and IT infrastructure to deliver high quality, timely and on-target information meeting students’ needs. Information technologyInformation Technology skills are vital at WMU. Appropriate software for your studies and research is made available, from basic programmes to the latest simulation software.

The University and our donors have invested heavily in providing students with an excellent IT infrastructure. All students have access to the University’s wireless local area network in the main building and at the residence.

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The standard MSc programmeThe standard MSc programme is 14 months long, and divided into four terms:

Foundation Studies in Term 1, completed by all students, which provide an introduction to the legal, technical, regulatory, environmental and economic aspects of sea use.

Specialization Studies in Term 2 and Term 3, in which students follow one of seven specializations: Maritime Education & Training; Maritime Energy Management; Maritime Law & Policy; Maritime Safety & Environmental Administration; Ocean Sustainability, Governance & Management; Port Management; and Shipping Management & Logistics.

Elective Studies in Term 4, in which students have a choice of a range of Electives, which allow them to deepen their specialization, and add knowledge of one or more of the other areas. Students are encouraged to complete a dissertation, which is usually based on a particular issue relating to their work in their home country; the dissertation topic and proposal must be approved by the University. The dissertation may involve original research, or be an analysis of a topic based on secondary sources. Flexible enrolmentEvery subject offered in the core MSc programme can also be followed by external participants, on a flexible, credit-by-credit basis. A fee of $250 per credit is charged, including assessment and/or examination; successful students are awarded a Certificate of Accomplishment, and a transcript of grades showing the subjects attended and assessed, which can be used to accumulate credits towards the full MSc degree or a Postgraduate Diploma. A student who elects only to audit a course, without any assessment, pays a reduced fee of $200 per credit, and is issued with a Certificate of Attendance.

Another mode of flexible enrolment is to study term-by-term, completing the four term programme over several years.

The accelerated MSc programme

Applicants who already have a relevant postgraduate qualification can apply for advanced standing on the basis of transferring credits from their previous studies; this exempts them from the need to complete the first, foundation term and allows the MSc degree to be completed in 10 months.

Students’ progress and awardsStudents’ progress through the course is determined by his/her individual grades and cumulative grade-point average. Each grade awarded to a student is reviewed by the University’s Curriculum and Assessment Committee, and transcripts are then issued to students. The award for which a student may be eligible depends on the successful completion of a specified number of credits and the grades obtained.

Master of Science: students who obtain a cumulative GPA of 2.67 or above, calculated over the 84 grade-bearing credits, with no F grade, qualify for the award of the degree of Master of Science. The Academic Council may award the degree with distinction to the very best students.

Postgraduate Diploma: students who obtain a cumulative GPA of 2.67 or above, calculated over 60 grade-bearing credits, with no F grade, qualify for the award of Postgraduate Diploma. Students may choose to leave the University with the Postgraduate Diploma at any point when they have met this requirement.

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Typical 14-month programme structure

Term 1Foundation Studies 24 EC

Terms 2 & 3 Specializations 40 ECField Studies 4 EC

Term 4Electives or dissertation 20 ECSeminar 2 EC

Total 90 EC 84 grade-bearing EC

The credit systemThe Malmö MSc programme is structured on the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS). ECTS is based on the principle that 60 credits measure the workload of a full-time student during one academic year, which is around 1600 hours per year. One credit therefore approximately equals 25 working hours. Student workload consists of all planned learning activities, such as attending lectures, field studies, seminars, independent and private study, preparation of projects, taking examinations, and giving presentations.Credits in ECTS can only be obtained after successful completion of the work required and appropriate assessment of the learning outcomes. Learning outcomes are sets of competences, expressing what the student will know, understand or be able to do after completing a process of learning.

Credits are allocated to subjects and dissertation work, reflecting the amount of work required to achieve specific objectives. This weighting relates to the total quantity of work necessary to complete the programme successfully. Field studies and the fourth-term seminar do not receive grades that are factored into the overall GPA.

ProgressionTo remain in good academic standing, students must maintain a GPA of 2.67 or higher. A student whose GPA falls into the band of 1.67 to 2.66 may be allowed to continue on a probationary basis, but the enrolment of any student whose GPA falls below 1.66 will be terminated.

Entrance requirements: 14-month standard programmeThe University admits only mature students who are already established in a career in the maritime field. The Admissions Board will consider only those applicants who meet the minimum general entrance requirements, which are:

• a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent university qualification or • the highest grade certificate of competency for unrestricted service as master mariner or chief engineer, or equivalent maritime qualifications and • substantial, directly relevant professional experience • competence in English language, demonstrated by an internationally recognised standard test (See the full English language requirements on the next page) • computer competence (at least the ability to use Microsoft Office)

Good IT skills are essential, as students are required to use computers from the beginning of the first term to write their examination answers, complete assignments and carry out research and other projects. Applicants who lack computer and keyboard skills cannot be accepted.

From the group of applicants who meet these general entrance requirements, the Admissions Board will select only the best-qualified candidates, taking into account all their qualifications and achievements.

Additional entrance requirements: accelerated 10-month programmeIn addition to meeting the requirements for the standard, 14-month programme, applicants for advanced standing must demonstrate that they have already covered the content of the first term of the standard programme. The additional qualifications required are: • a postgraduate qualification in an area directly relevant to the specialization which the student intends to follow • senior level, directly relevant professional experience • proficiency in English without attending the English and Study Skills Programme, and with a good score in the writing skills section of the test. (See the full English language requirements on the next page) • excellent IT skills

Applicants to the accelerated programme must supply detailed transcripts from their undergraduate and postgraduate study. If transcripts are not issued, then the detailed syllabus, the marks gained, and a full academic reference must be supplied.

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Information on the acceptable tests can be found at the following websites: http://www.toefl.org http://www.ielts.org http://www.cambridgeesol.org

Application for admission All candidates must complete the University’s Application for Admission. This is available as a pdf form to return by email to [email protected], or as an on-line application. All the information can be found on our website. Applications can be submitted at any time; there are no cut-off dates.

Certified copies of certificates (including the results of an acceptable test of English language) and transcripts supporting the qualifications listed must be attached as electronic files.

Paper applications are not accepted. Applicants who meet the minimum entrance requirements are reviewed by the Admissions Board. Only the best candidates each year will be approved and offered a place, pending the confirmation of funding.

If an applicant requests advanced standing to enter the accelerated MSc programme, the transcripts will be carefully assessed to ensure that the essential criteria are met. An applicant who is considered for the accelerated programme, but not accepted, is automatically then considered for the 14-month standard programme. The Registry will notify you of the result of your application as soon as possible. The process may take longer at certain times of the year. When an academically cleared candidate has secured financing, enrolment can be finalised. At this point, the University will send each candidate a medical report form, which must be returned to the University, along with a formal declaration that the candidate accepts the conditions of his/her enrolment.

English language requirementsAll applicants to the University must offer an internationally recognised English language proficiency test. Acceptable tests include IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge examinations, and GCE/SCE O-levels in English language. Other tests are accepted by the Admissions Board only under exceptional circumstances; applicants should check with the Registry in such cases.

Candidates are assessed in accordance with the following general guidelines:

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) ESSP participation required if the scores are: IBT: 61 to 79 PBT: 500 to 549 no ESSP required if the scores are: IBT: 80+ PBT: 550+WMU’s TOEFL institution code is 9198.

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) bands 5.0 and 5.5 ESSP participation required band 6.0 or above no ESSP required Please note: the academic, not the general training, version of the test is required

Cambridge Examinations First Certificate (FCE) ESSP participation required Proficiency (CPE) no ESSP required

Students who have a pass in a GCE O-level or the equivalent (WAEC, SSC, CXC etc) must enclose a copy of their examination results certificate.

Sometimes applicants’ test results meet the University’s general guidelines, but show weaknesses in a certain skills area. In such cases, the Admissions Board will vary the guidelines shown above.

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University feesThe University fees payable are made up of tuition, field study programme costs, study materials and the required medical and accident insurance. The University fees for entrants to the Class of 2017 are as follows:

standard MSc programme: $26,600 tuition $22,500 field study programme $4,100

accelerated MSc programme: $23,600 tuition $19,500 field study programme $4,100

English & Study Skills Programme: $5,500

The fees and costs are revised annually, and so will be higher for students in the Class of 2018.

Living costsA student needs around SEK10,000 per month for rent at the University residence and basic general living costs, plus air tickets. To rent a flat privately is considerably more expensive. Since WMU is a UN institution and not part of the national Swedish education system, our students cannot claim study support from the Swedish government or any other EU state.

All-inclusive paymentSome sponsors prefer to make a single payment to the University to cover all the needs of their student during the programme. From this inclusive payment, WMU provides tuition, field studies, insurance, accommodation, a monthly living allowance and an air ticket home after graduation. The all-inclusive fees are as follows:

standard MSc programme: $53,500accelerated MSc programme: $44,900English & Study Skills Programme: $10,200

Financial support from companies, governments and foundationsHalf our students are funded by their own companies, governments or national funding agencies. Sponsors can choose whether to make the all-inclusive payment, or to pay just the University fee to WMU, and then make payments directly to the student to cover living expenses. Payment must be made by bank transfer to the University’s account before we can confirm enrolment. Details of how to do this can be found at the end of this Handbook. Before applying for a fellowship from a WMU donor, you are strongly advised to explore all funding possibilities in your home country, such as from your own company or organization, national scholarship programmes for study abroad, international scholarship and fellowship programmes, maritime sector organizations and philanthropic foundations. Make sure you find out about the requirements for each of these options well in advance of the start of your programme. There is a list on our website of some of these organizations.

Financial support from WMU donors

If you cannot secure funding in your home country, you can be considered for one of the fellowships granted via WMU by international donors. The majority of these fellowships cover the full costs of studying at the University: the University fee, accommodation at the residence, a monthly living allowance, and an air ticket home after graduation. Others cover only the University fee. There is very limited donor support for the ESSP.

The application for donor funding must be made by your employer, who completes the Application for Financial Support form, available on our web site. To be considered for certain donor fellowships, applicants must complete additional motivational statements. The blank forms for each donor currently requesting such a statement can be found on our web site. As at August 2015, these awards are the Sasakawa World Maritime University Fellowships, administered by The Sasakawa Peace Foundation of Japan, the ITF Seafarers’ Trust Fellowships, and the TK Foundation Fellowships. Please note that only typed electronic forms can be accepted to apply for donor support, and should be submitted with your online application.

Your employer’s commitment to your studies is vital; the donors expect your employer to pay your salary while you are in Malmö, to buy your initial plane ticket to come to Sweden, and to employ you in a suitable position aftergraduation. The donors have established the criteria that they use when considering applicants: awards are usually restricted to government employees from the least developed countries who are aged under 40. Some donors give priority to certain regions, to certain specializations or to women. Detailed information about academic qualifications, including English language test scores, the strength of your motivational statement, IT skills, professional track record and anticipated employment after graduation are taken into account by donors.

If you hope to secure a donor fellowship, you must apply as early as possible to maximise your chances, and you are advised to submit all the motivational statements. Donors start to allocate fellowships very early each year, and the process goes on over a period of several months. We receive many more applications for these fellowships than the number of donor fellowships available, and you should not rely on WMU donors if there are other options in your home country - it is very important that candidates and nominating authorities make every effort to secure financing on your behalf.

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Foundation Studies cover the introductory knowledge that is fundamental to all activities in the maritime field.

WMU 141 Maritime Law and International Maritime Conventions 4 EC To provide a foundation for the appreciation of the complex body of maritime law, and knowledge of

the major international maritime conventions. To provide an introduction to the various international institutions involved in shipping and maritime affairs, including UN agencies and inter-governmental and non-governmental organizations and their interrelationships

WMU 142 Maritime Economics 4 EC To review the fundamentals of economics, to present the basic concerns and special features of transport

and maritime transport, and to apply economic principles to maritime transportWMU 143 Maritime Technology 4 EC

To provide a general understanding of the technical aspects of ships including basic naval architectural concepts; to emphasize the importance of maritime technology to achieve safe and secure operations of maritime transportation, as well as environmental protection; and to consider how technological innovations influence the development of the shipping industry

WMU 144 Marine Environmental Science 4 EC To provide a scientific introduction to marine environmental management, focusing on an understanding of general ocean science relating to the physical biological and chemical processes that shape the oceans and coastal processes and affect humans and human activities and wellbeing

WMU 147 Management and Organizational Behaviour 4 EC To provide a foundational level understanding of the principles of management and organizational

behaviour in recognition that all international, national and organizational activity in the maritime industry is underpinned by these concepts

WMU 148 Research Methodology and Study Skills 4 EC To improve academic writing and to provide an introduction to research methods

First term:Foundation Studies

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This specialization has been designed for people engaged in the public administration and delivery of maritime education and training, as well as maritime human resource and organizational management in both academic and non-academic settings. It provides the knowledge essential for the optimization of maritime education systems under international law, the creation, acquisition and transfer of knowledge across maritime knowledge clusters and the optimum leadership of contemporary organizations.

EDU 101 The International Legal and Administrative Framework of Maritime Education & Training 8 EC To provide a broad appreciation of the role of government in policy formulation and the administration of

maritime affairs. To define and examine “maritime administration” conceptually and in terms of governance and organizational structure, using modern management methodologies and techniques. To consider the evolution of international law in maritime education in particular within the ambit of the International Maritime Organization, and the human element issues that underpin educating for maritime operations

EDU 102 Educational Psychology and Sociology 4 EC To discuss the fundamental principles of education including theories of learning, cognition and motivation

that can be used both in traditional MET institutions and for life-long learning. To examine learner diversity and culture in learning and operational environments and social dynamics in onboard training. To discuss effective communication and related issues of concern to the maritime industry including linguistics

EDU 103 Curriculum Development and Design 4 EC To impart an understanding of the nature of curriculum and its scope in maritime education and training.

To discuss macro/micro and internal/external influences on curriculum development and design. To study the processes of curriculum design and development with particular application to maritime education and training. To allow for an appreciation of and ability to develop curriculum documents for different purposes

EDU 104 Curriculum Delivery and Assessment 8 EC To examine principles and practices of effecting delivery relevant to the MET context. To give an in-depth

appreciation of how curriculum delivery can be optimized using contemporary tools including simulators, information and communication systems, learning management systems and e-learning. To discuss student assessment and curriculum evaluation methods including the use of advanced statistical analysis

EDU 105 Knowledge Management 8 EC To consider knowledge management and its importance to modern organizations and maritime clusters in

improving operational efficiency. To understand the use of socio-technical skills and modern technology in creating, acquiring and transferring knowledge. To examine knowledge and knowledge repositories and their support, maintenance, development and use for organizational and industry growth. To examine how organizations learn and how this impacts growth, sustainability, relevance and profitability

LEA 101 Strategic Management and Leadership 8 EC To provide in-depth understanding of the role and significance of strategic management and discuss tools

for optimum strategic planning. To explore human resource management theories and practices and their applications to the maritime industry. To examine concepts of and approaches to leadership and the exercise of power and influence. To understand the basic principles of managerial accounting and discuss the funding of maritime education. To discuss the meaning and relevance of corporate social responsibility for sustainable and value-centred maritime operations

FST 101 Field Studies 4 EC To provide a range of field study opportunities to demonstrate the application of the theory taught in the

second and third terms. Students travel to major maritime destinations that offer valuable insights into organizational practices and networking opportunities with professionals around the world

Second and third terms:Maritime Education & Training

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This specialization has been designed for people with a technical profile (e.g. naval architects, deck officers and engineers, designers, superintendents, etc.), as well as from other backgrounds, as ship operators, administrators, and professionals from the energy and environmental sectors and so on. It provides a comprehensive understanding of different aspects of maritime energy management across the field, from ships to maritime onshore facilities with a view towards achieving a sustainable and energy efficient maritime industry.

EGY 101 Energy and Maritime Industry – Principles and Regulatory Framework 8 EC To define concepts related to energy and provide an appraisal of available energies; to discuss the

predominance of fossil fuels; to examine the problems associated with air emissions; to discuss local pollution and global climate impacts, and the international regulatory and institutional framework for air emissions (in particular MARPOL Annex VI); to discuss energy security for private and public entities; to examine energy management in the shipping context

EGY 102 Energy-Efficient Ship Design and Operation 8 EC To explore technological innovation related to energy management in the maritime industry; to explain the

basic process of onboard power generation and describe principal energy consumers; to identify energy-saving measures in both ship design and operation; to discuss ship design and energy efficiency through ship resistance reduction means and propulsion efficiency improvement technologies; to discuss ship operation and energy efficiency through operational measures requiring the integration of port/ship duo

EGY 103 Energy Management in Maritime Onshore Facilities 4 EC To provide an understanding of energy management, vision and strategy in the context of ports and

shipyards; to provide an overview of the ISO 50001 energy management system certification process; to explain energy auditing through real applications from ports; to investigate the socio-economic benefits associated with abatement technologies adopted in response to international and regional port emissions regulations; to analyze the impact of emissions efficiency in ports and shipyards

EGY 104 Alternative Fuels and Marine Renewable Energy 4 EC To describe emission requirements and technological options within Emission Control Areas (ECAs); to

examine alternative fuels including LNG, biofuels and methanol; to discuss renewable energy for electricity generation and marine renewable energy including ocean energy (wave, ocean and tidal currents and tidal range, OTEC and salinity gradient); to discuss solar and wind power applications onboard ships as well as in maritime onshore facilities

EGY 105 Human Element and Economics of Energy Management 4 EC To discuss the social aspects of modern technology applications in maritime energy and the related role

of IMO and ILO instruments; to analyze work-complexity barriers to energy management, and the social impact, including corporate social responsibility; to consider the circular economy and sustainability in the maritime energy sector; to examine the evaluation of sustainable investment in ports and shipyards; to analyze energy management’s economic aspects in efficient and environmentally sound shipping

EGY 106 Maritime Energy Management and Operational Research 4 EC To discuss system theory and operational research, in particular decision-making, simulation and

optimization; to use operational research software and apply techniques such as externality modelling, Monte Carlo simulation and speed optimization in ship design and ship and port operations

EGY 107 Applied Energy Research 8 EC To integrate knowledge and apply it, using creative analysis and a multidisciplinary approach and

interpretation, to real-life case studies from around the world; to enhance research skills through tutorials and regular interaction with small groups of students; to provide a platform to analyze the input guest lecturers in seminars; to develop, in group, a relevant and multidimensional research paper



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This specialization has been designed for people working in policy formulation or an advisory capacity at an executive level, whether in the public or private sector. It provides the essential knowledge and understanding of maritime administration issues required by such senior maritime personnel, and gives in-depth appreciation and advanced knowledge of the law and policy related to international maritime transport.

ADM 501 Principles of Maritime Administration and International Institutions 8 EC To provide a broad overview and appreciation of the role of government in policy formulation and the

administration of maritime affairs. To define and examine maritime administration conceptually and in terms of governance and organizational structure utilizing modern management methodologies and techniques, such as rational planning and new public management (NPM) in the maritime context. To provide an overview of the various international institutions involved in shipping and maritime affairs, including UN agencies and inter-governmental and non-governmental organizations and their interrelationships

LAW 501 Law of the Sea and Maritime Security 8 EC To provide a clear understanding of the international legal framework for the oceans, including the regimes

of maritime zones under the UN Convention of the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) from the perspective of maritime administrations and their particular interests. To provide a broad overview of the importance of maritime security in the current context and to afford an understanding of the developing regime under different initiatives taking place under the aegis of IMO instruments and UNCLOS

HUM 101 Maritime Human Element 8 EC To provide knowledge of the basic principles of IMO’s approach to the Human Element in the maritime

field. To provide a broad overview of the relevant IMO and ILO instruments, including the MLC 2006, relating to maritime labour and welfare, and in particular the rights and expectations of seafarers in relation to occupational safety. To impart knowledge and understanding of mandates assigned to maritime administrations with particular reference to crew supply, manning and certification of seafarers. To introduce obligations related to maritime security and piracy at sea. To study implications of maritime human factors in the context of maritime safety and risk management including the ISM Code

LAW 502 Maritime Commercial Law 8 EC To impart a clear understanding of commercial law and policy, including marine insurance and general

average, carriage of goods by sea under charter parties and bills of lading, and international trade law. To provide an understanding of the law relating to the maritime claims and their enforcement, arrest of ships, and liens and mortgages

LAW 503 Law and Policy Related to the Marine Environment 8 EC To consider the public and private law of marine pollution including UNCLOS and various public, regulatory

and private law conventions, the penal law of marine pollution, and the laws of wreck and salvage, towage and pilotage. The Law of the Sea policy development and implementation related to marine environmental protection specifically, and ocean governance and Integrated Coastal and Ocean Management more broadly, will be explored in depth through case studies and analysis of challenges and opportunities

FST 101 Field Studies 4 ECTo provide a range of field study opportunities to demonstrate the application of the theory taught in the second and third terms. Students travel to major maritime destinations that offer valuable insights into organizational practices and networking opportunities with professionals around the world

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This specialization has been designed for experts who serve or who will serve at a senior level in public or private maritime organizations, to include advice and policy implementation on maritime safety and security domains, occupational health and safety as well as marine environmental issues. It provides comprehensive understanding of maritime administration activities in the context of IMO and essential management tools required by senior maritime personnel to implement safety, security and environmental protection standards.

IMO 101 Introduction to IMO Member State Obligations 4 EC To provide a broad overview and appreciation of the role of government in policy formulation and the

administration of maritime affairs. To define and examine “maritime administration” conceptually. To provide an overview about IMO member State obligations as flag, port or coastal State under the IMO III Code. To introduce the IMO member State auditing scheme as a tool to assess Member State performance

RIS 101 Maritime Risk Management 4 EC To introduce the fundamental precepts of safety and risk, including risk assessment, safety and Formal

Safety Assessment (FSA). To explore the relationship between risk assessment and maritime casualty investigation. To apply essential tools for the consideration of all relevant factors involved in the development of maritime accidents, such as human and organizational factors

HUM 101 Maritime Human Element 8 EC To provide knowledge of the basic principles of IMO’s approach to the Human Element in the maritime

field. To provide a broad overview of the relevant IMO and ILO instruments, including the MLC 2006, relating to maritime labour and welfare, and in particular the rights and expectations of seafarers in relation to occupational safety. To impart knowledge and understanding of mandates assigned to maritime administrations with particular reference to crew supply, manning and certification of seafarers. To introduce obligations related to maritime security and piracy at sea. To study implications of maritime human factors in the context of maritime safety and risk management including the ISM Code

ENV 501 Marine Environmental Protection 4 EC To introduce key concepts in marine environmental protection and coastal and ocean governance in a

context broader than shipping and the maritime sector. To examine sources of pollution, the science, mechanisms and technologies for pollution monitoring and control, and the institutions within the United Nations system. To understand the importance of emergency preparedness measures and contingency planning as part of the overall risk management process

SAF 101 Shipboard Issues in Maritime Safety and Marine Environmental Protection 12 EC To introduce key aspects of design for safety principles and relate them to SOLAS requirements. To

provide understanding of marine environmental operational issues and measures necessary to protect the marine environment as required by MARPOL, such as ballast water management, biosecurity, anti-fouling systems and the recycling of ships. To discuss issues related to air emissions from ships and measures to increase the energy efficiency of ships. To study current regimes for the enforcement of the obligations under various maritime safety and marine environmental protection related IMO instruments

SAF 102 Maritime Safety 8 EC To introduce the principles, tools and methods for enforcement and implementation tasks related to

maritime safety and security. To examine the IMO Member State Audit Scheme, and the related Coastal Port and Flag State obligations, in the context of implementation and performance. To provide an overview of risks involved in operations related to maritime safety and environmental protection and potential control options, as e.g. life-saving appliances and evacuation systems, search and rescue regimes, shore-based vessel traffic management, pilotage, etc; and examine these measures in practice


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This specialization has been designed for those who work in the maritime and ocean sectors and offers a comprehensive understanding of the interconnected global economic-social-environmental coastal and ocean system. Students learn how society depends on, interacts with and impacts the health and sustainability of coasts and the ocean, and understand the UN system structure and goals for ocean governance and responsible ocean business practice. It provides the knowledge to incorporate the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in graduates’ home countries, and the skills for the responsibilities graduates will assume and the job opportunities that are being created.

OCE 101 Understanding the Ocean & Coasts 4 EC To introduce the world coasts and the global ocean, the operating medium of the maritime-based economic

sectors. To understand the structure and changing nature of coastal and ocean ecosystems, and their value in terms of the goods and services they provide to society and our economy. To introduce the basic principles and practices of oceanography and ocean sciences and explore climate change in-depth

OCE 102 Society, Blue Economy, the Ocean & Coasts 4 EC To consider society’s historical, current and evolving relationship with, attitudes toward, and economic,

social and environmental objectives for, coasts and the ocean. To discuss the present and emerging uses of coasts and the ocean, and to understand the Blue Economy and sustainable ocean business practices

OCE 103 Human Impact on the Ocean & Coasts 8 EC To examine in depth global, regional and national social and economic trends and their impacts on ocean

health and economic and social sustainability. To analyze the interrelationships between components of the coastal and ocean system, the key drivers, the state and sustainability of the ocean, and management interventions that can address threats and challenges in coastal and ocean areas

OCE 104 Global Ocean & Coastal Governance 8 EC To provide an understanding of the international legal framework for the ocean under the UN Convention

on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS); the meaning and implementation of ocean-related conventions, protocols, agreements, directives and regional ocean governance approaches, and the commitments made by the global community, focusing on the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. To consider and explore the roles of ocean-related UN system bodies, other international organizations and non-state institutions, and business interests

DIP 101 Multilateral Diplomacy & Negotiation 4 EC To understand and develop practical skills in multilateral diplomacy and negotiation. To analyze strategic

management and leadership, including communications, effective stakeholder engagement, negotiation strategies, conflict management, dispute settlement and consensus building. To appreciate the principles of public administration and management, and the complexities of competing interests in ocean governance

OCE 105 Practical Tools for Coastal & Ocean Management 4 EC To provide knowledge of and skills in management tools used in integrated coastal and ocean

management, including maritime/marine spatial planning, marine environmental impact assessment, Geographic Information Systems, and ocean observation, modelling and prediction. To understand the principles relating to marine protected areas (MPAs, PSSAs), integrated coastal defence, disaster preparedness and response, and climate change adaptation

OCE 106 Turning Theory into Practice 8 EC To integrate and apply knowledge through a substantive research project, focused on students’ home

countries or regions. Through in-depth research, analysis and interpretation, to develop the knowledge and skills which are required for achieving positive social, economic and environmental outcomes and learn how to integrate the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Sustainable Development Goals and Targets, by developing a practical plan of action for their country or region

FST 101 Field Studies 4 EC To provide a range of field study opportunities to demonstrate the application of theory taught in the second

and third terms. Students travel to major maritime and ocean destinations that offer valuable insights into organizational practices and networking opportunities with professionals around the world

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This specialization has been designed for port managers and those at an executive level in port authorities, transport planning departments or private companies. It provides a thorough understanding of different aspects of port management, including both the technical and commercial aspects and the principles and practices of modern port management.

MGM 101 Quantitative Methods and Market Analysis in Shipping and Ports 4 EC To provide a discussion of advanced statistical concepts and an introduction to economic modelling and

market analysis in transportation, shipping and logistics. To offer the basic business modelling tools, skills and experience for conducting empirical research in shipping and ports. To use real market data and statistical software, and apply existing quantitative techniques and models to complex logistics and transport problems, particularly regarding the shipping and port industries

MGM 102 Maritime Logistics and Marketing 8 EC To discuss, in the context of maritime transport, the concept and development of modern logistics,

including supply chain management, and marketing; to examine the specific position of shipping and ports in the logistics and supply chain and to introduce the main analytical tools as well as decision making techniques of logistics and marketing and their applications in the shipping and port sector

MGM 103 Maritime Financial Management 4 EC To discuss the problems, issues and alternative methods involved in ship finance and investment

appraisal. To focus on critical evaluation of various financial evaluation methods in risky and uncertain situations. To analyze the general principles of maritime financial management and the impact of economic variables on the financial operations of maritime business organizations. To develop skills and provide the tools necessary to conduct accurate accounting reporting analysis and financial analysis for investment purposes in the maritime industry

MGM 104 Fundamentals of Shipping and Port Management 8 EC To provide fundamental knowledge in shipping and port management. To introduce the basic principles

of maritime accounting To offer comprehensive understanding of port management, including the role and significance of ports in maritime transport, the importance of ports to the national/regional economy, ownership and other contemporary issues. To provide an overview of modern shipping management, including commercial, technical and crew functions

POR 101 Port Management 8 EC To discuss port performance indicators (PPIs) and the importance of key performance indicators (KPIs)

in ports. To implement port KPIs for berth planning, quay transfer operation, storage and receipt/delivery operations. To practice the use of port KPIs for futuristic planning in ports and terminals. To exchange views with industry practitioners in seminar format, providing the opportunity to apply the concepts and principles that govern the maritime world to specific real-world scenarios where a broad understanding of marine activities is needed to identify the solution to interdisciplinary problems

LAW 504 Maritime Commercial Law 4 EC To impart a clear understanding of maritime commercial law, including carriage of goods by sea under

charter parties and bills of lading, and international trade lawPOR 102 Port Logistics and Planning 4 EC To explain the concept of port logistics and its meaning in the total transport chain. To discuss the

importance of a proper container terminal capacity (PCTC) for both a port and its customer. To identify factors affecting PCTC and analyze port transport system in terms of total transport chain. To demonstrate the implication of an improper container terminal capacity from the viewpoint of planning and development. To practice the use of simulation programs for modern container-terminal planning and operation


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This specialization has been designed for shipping and logistics managers and those at an executive level in shipping or logistics companies or public administrations. It provides a thorough understanding of different aspects of shipping and logistics management, including both the technical and commercial aspects and the principles and practices of modern maritime management.

MGM 101 Quantitative Methods and Market Analysis in Shipping and Ports 4 EC To provide a discussion of advanced statistical concepts and an introduction to economic modelling and

market analysis in transportation, shipping and logistics. To offer the basic business modelling tools, skills and experience for conducting empirical research in shipping and ports. To use real market data and statistical software, and apply existing quantitative techniques and models to complex logistics and transport problems, particularly regarding the shipping and port industries

MGM 102 Maritime Logistics and Marketing 8 EC To discuss, in the context of maritime transport, the concept and development of modern logistics,

including supply chain management, and marketing; to examine the specific position of shipping and ports in the logistics and supply chain and to introduce the main analytical tools as well as decision making techniques of logistics and marketing and their applications in the shipping and port sector

MGM 103 Maritime Financial Management 4 EC To discuss the problems, issues and methods involved in ship finance and investment appraisal. To consider financial evaluation methods in risky and uncertain situations. To analyze the principles of maritime financial management and the impact of economic variables on the financial operations of maritime business organizations. To provide skills and tools to conduct accurate accounting reporting

analysis and financial analysis for investment purposes in the maritime industry

MGM 104 Fundamentals of Shipping and Port Management 8 EC To provide fundamental knowledge in shipping and port management. To introduce the basic principles

of maritime accounting. To offer comprehensive understanding of port management, including the role and significance of ports in maritime transport, the importance of ports to the national/regional economy, ownership and other contemporary issues. To provide an overview of modern shipping management, including commercial, technical and crew functions

SHM 101 Shipping Management 8 EC To provide advanced knowledge of shipping management, ship-management structures, measurement

of strategic performance, and identification of strategic challenges. To analyze the application of risk management methods, including shipping derivatives, in business practice. To understand the strategic challenges in shipping, including operational and commercial issues and financial risk management. To exchange views with industry practitioners in seminar format, providing the opportunity to apply the concepts and principles that govern the maritime world to specific real-world scenarios where marine activities is needed to identify the solution to interdisciplinary problems

LAW 504 Maritime Commercial Law 4 EC To impart a clear understanding of maritime commercial law, including carriage of goods by sea under

charter parties and bills of lading, and international trade law

SHM 102 Ship Chartering and Sales & Purchase 4 EC To examine ship acquisition for long and short-term needs, the charter and sale & purchase markets;

the role of brokers and the processes and practices of voyage and time chartering as well as buying and selling ships, including case studies on voyage and laytime calculations and chartering negotiations



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There is a wide range of different electives from all subject areas. Students who do not write a dissertation are required to take 20 credits of Electives and the required seminar. Students who write a dissertation (again, 20 credits) must take the required seminar. Students are permitted to audit additional electives above the required number without charge, if the timetable permits. If a student wishes to be assessed and have the assessment recorded on the transcript, then a charge will be made at the standard fee per credit.Students must pre-register for their preferred electives during the third term. Some electives have a limit on the number of students who can participate; in these cases, the first students to register are admitted. If demand for a certain elective falls below a predetermined level, the elective will not run; equally, electives other than those listed in this Handbook may be offered in 2017.

Requirement for all students:WMU 423 Seminar on Contemporary Issues in Maritime Transport 2 EC To give students an opportunity to exchange ideas with each other and with maritime experts through

presentations, debates and discussions. The subject covers contemporary issues in various aspects of maritime transport, which may include areas such as safety, security, environment, technology, information, communication, commerce and policy

Requirement for students who write a dissertation:RES 420 Dissertation Research 20 EC In-depth study to demonstrate skill in research, writing and analysis

Electives:ELE 427 Marine Spatial Planning and Marine Protected Areas 4 EC To provide an overview and comprehensive understanding of two key contemporary tools for marine

protection and multiple-use maritime management. To analyze the theory, principles and application of spatial planning and protected areas in varied environments and regions and gain an in-depth understanding of the challenges and opportunities presented for integrated management of the marine environment

ELE 428 Leadership and Human Resource Management 4 EC To provide an in-depth understanding of the role and significance of leadership in managing people,

including a comprehensive overview of human resource development issues, and the planning and implementation of human resource policy and techniques; to review and discuss aspects of leadership in the context of modern team and project-management principles and techniques, stress and crisis management, motivation, social responsibility, and organizational behaviour in the maritime field

ELE 429 Contemporary Issues in Maritime Labour 4 EC To examine contemporary issues relating to the supply of and demand for maritime labour, the welfare,

rights and fair treatment of seafarers. To discuss in detail international maritime labour standards and standards relating to seafarer education and training. To provide an overview of the role of the human element in the enhancement of shipboard safety and operational efficiency

ELE 430 Management of Maritime Operational Risk 4 EC To fill the gap between operational and non-operational risk management. To provide a broad overview of

maritime risks in ship operation and navigation under different ship and environmental conditions and to impart advanced understanding of risk management and its application to maritime practice, in the context of existing and new international rules and regulations

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ELE 431 Marine Insurance and Maritime Claims 4 EC To provide a comprehensive understanding of marine insurance principles and practice, marine insurance

cover for property and liabilities, and comparison of standard policy conditions in various insurance markets. To analyze the concept of shipowners’ liability, limitation of liability regimes and enforcement of maritime claims

ELE 432 Maritime Security Issues in International Law 4 EC To examine the implementation of maritime security in different contexts by comparing traditional law-

enforcement approaches under the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea with other multilateral, regional, bilateral or unilateral implementation strategies permitted under international law

ELE 433 Selected Maritime Law and Policy Issues 4 EC To survey the development of maritime law and policy, how contemporary concerns evolve into problems,

and how solutions are transformed into courses of action. The processes involved in implementation of IMO Conventions and the influence of diverse groups over policy formulation will be examined, in the light of the ever-changing domestic and international seascape. To discuss the most contemporary, contentious, and pressing maritime policy concerns of the day

ELE 434 Integrated Transport 4 EC To examine the concept and development of intermodal transport and its impact on shipping, ports,

shipping auxiliaries and third-party logistics providers. To analyze the key issues of multi-modal transport, in particular the administrative and legal framework and constraints in door-to-door transport

ELE 435 Organizational Learning and Knowledge Management 4 EC To introduce the concepts of organizational learning and knowledge management and their relevance

to modern organizations in improving operational efficiency. To discuss the skills needed for optimum knowledge management. To identify different types of knowledge and knowledge repositories. To discuss how organizational learning and knowledge management impacts growth, sustainability, relevance and profitability. (Not open to students from the MET specialization)

ELE 436 Maritime Human Factors 4 EC To provide an introduction to the field of Maritime Human Factors, focusing on concepts such as cognition,

fatigue, stress and human error. To review and discuss aspects of communication, safety culture and group dynamics in high-risk teams. To provide an advanced understanding of organizational and psychological influences on performance and situational outcomes, and methods for analyzing Maritime Human Factors

ELE 437 Environmental Issues in the Port & Shipping Industries 4 EC To identify contemporary issues for ports and shipping in the field of the environment. To discuss how the

sectors are performing in terms of environmental protection and management. To analyze environmental protection standards and requirements, and to present how port and shipping operators are implementing them. To examine cases of best practice in the monitoring and control of port activities and air pollution from ships. To provide economic explanations for maritime environmental regulations and to discuss the market instruments for the control of ship-originated pollution. To examine energy management onboard vessels and noise aspects in ports

ELE 438 Energy Management, Renewable Energy Use and Innovation 4 EC To provide an understanding of energy management and efficiency, renewable energy and innovation

concepts relevant to shipping, ports, shipyards and offshore structures. To develop knowledge of these concepts and relate this to applications in the maritime industry

ELE 439 Contemporary Issues: Boundary Delimitation; Offshore Planning and Management 4 EC Firstly, to examine the legal and technical principles applicable to the delimitation of maritime boundaries

with a focus on areas both within and beyond national jurisdiction, with particular reference to the rapidly changing polar regions. Secondly, to examine the developments and challenges related to the environmental management of offshore oil and gas exploration and production, particularly in deep and ultra-deep waters, as well as in the Arctic

ELE 440 Contemporary Issues: Climate Change; Fisheries Management 4 EC Firstly, to examine the effects of climate change on ocean and coastal environments, including the effects

on shipping, fisheries and aquaculture and other maritime activities, and strategies to deal with problems of adaptation and mitigation. Secondly, to examine current global fisheries and aquaculture challenges related to fisheries management regimes, both regional and national, and the major threat of over-fishing and illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing (IUU), that impacts on sustainable fisheries and the health of the marine ecosystem

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WMU’s PhD programme offers students the opportunity to carry out research across the maritime field, but with an emphasis on issues related to the International Maritime Organization’s mission of maritime safety, security and environmental protection. Our doctoral programme offers unrivalled access to international maritime experts both inside and outside academia, and to organizations working at the forefront of research and development.

Doctoral students have come to WMU from industry, academia and the government sector, and have completed their dissertations in a very wide range of subject areas, from investigating oil-spill mitigation to an analysis of organizational learning in shipping companies. The credit system The PhD programme consists of 240 ECTS credits completed usually over a registration period of three to six years. Candidates may be based at the University or elsewhere, usually at their place of employment.

Within the time limits of three to six years, candidates may work at their own pace, which can also vary during their period of enrolment. For example, candidates may choose to spend one year working at WMU full time, and then return home to complete their work over a longer period, with short visits to the University for progression seminars and meetings.

1 ECTS credit (EC) is approximately 25 study load hours. One academic year is generally 60 EC, or 1500 study load hours, or 36 hours per week over an academic year of 20 weeks. For someone who is studying part-time, the average study load will vary. Progression During the first phase of doctoral studies, candidates complete a research methodology programme, and develop their research proposals. At the end of this initial period, the first progression seminar is held, at which candidates each present their research proposals.

Throughout the doctoral programme, further progression seminars are held where the candidates present their work to date and their research plans for the next twelve-month period. After every seminar, the Progression Board meets, and considers the candidate’s progress. At this Board meeting, decisions are taken as to whether the candidate is to be permitted to progress to the next stage of the research.

The defence of each PhD dissertation is assessed by a specially established committee, which includes at least one senior and well recognized external expert in the relevant field, from an established organization.

A candidate’s enrolment can be terminated at any point if his/her progress is not considered to be satisfactory. Advanced standing A candidate who has completed part of a doctoral degree elsewhere may transfer into the WMU programme with advanced standing. Their period of enrolment at WMU will vary in line with the amount of research they have already completed, but the minimum permissible period of enrolment must include at least two progression seminars and the dissertation (140 EC). A candidate with advanced standing must therefore be registered for at least 12 months.

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SupervisionAll doctoral students have a principal supervisor who is a member of the resident faculty. According to the topic of research, a student may also have a co-supervisor, who may be a Visiting Professor or a suitable person from outside the University. Application for admissionAll candidates must complete the application form and the detailed research proposal outlining the objectives and methodology of their research; both these forms are available on our web site. In addition, they should arrange two letters of academic reference from people familiar with their suitability for doctoral research. Certified copies of transcripts and certificates (including the results of an internationally recognized test of English language) supporting the qualifications listed on the form, must be attached.

When an academically cleared candidate has paid the first fee instalment, enrolment can be finalized. At this point, each candidate will receive a medical report form, which must be returned to the University, along with a formal declaration that the candidate accepts the conditions of his/her enrolment.

Entrance requirementsThe Admissions Board will consider only those applicants who meet the minimum general entrance requirements, which are: • a Master’s degree, with a dissertation, in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent university qualification • competence in English language, demonstrated by an internationally recognized standard test • computer competence

The Admissions Board will select only the best-qualified candidates, taking into account all their qualifications and achievements. Tests of EnglishApplicants must offer one of the following tests of English language:

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) 96+ in the internet-based test 590+ in the paper-based test WMU’s TOEFL institution code is 9198.International English Language Testing System (IELTS) band 7.0 or above Cambridge Examinations Cambridge Proficiency Examination at grade A or BGCE O-level or the equivalent

a good pass gradeMore information on these examinations may be obtained through the following websites:

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Tuition feesThe full University fee is US$ 33,400, and is charged by the credits obtained. It includes supervision, library and laboratory access, IT support, and medical, life and accident insurance. In addition, a student needs around SEK10,000 per month for rent and general living costs in Malmö, plus air tickets. Since WMU is a UN institution and not part of the national Swedish education system, our students cannot claim study support from the Swedish government or any other EU state.

Principal areas of researchMost doctoral research falls within one of the following topics, but the WMU programme also offers excellent opportunities for interdisciplinary projects, allowing doctoral candidates to pursue their own, and their organization’s, particular interests.

Marine Environmental Research (MER Group)This research area covers environmental management issues in coastal and ocean areas, particularly those related to maritime sectors such as shipping. Interdisciplinary issues involving oceanography, pollution, and ecosystem-based management also fall within this area of research. Recent projects include ballast water management issues, including invasive species; PSSAs; oil spill contingency planning; marine mammals and shipping; climate change and integrated coastal and ocean management.

Maritime Administration: Law, Policy and SecurityThis research area covers the legislative, regulatory, and enforcement roles of governments and administrations in the context of specific problems facing the maritime industry. These include security, law of the sea, seafarer’s rights, labour standards, marine environmental law, and other issues in the public or private domain with a direct impact on the development of maritime law and policy. Recent research projects include comparative analyses of the Rotterdam Rules and a critical evaluation of the international legal framework for piracy and other unlawful acts at sea.

Maritime Education & Training, Human and Organizational Development (METHOD Group)This research area offers the opportunity to contribute to the interdisciplinary discourse and practice that relate to the optimum development and welfare of human resource in the context of maritime organizations and States. Among others, the following are in focus: MET systems, their legal, administrative, operational frameworks and their policy underpinnings; human resource management and development in a maritime context; organizational culture, learning and development; inter and intra organizational

knowldege management; diversity and communication issues; the role of technology in mediating outcomes of the preceding focal points.

Maritime Energy Research Group (MarEner Group) Energy management and efficiency, renewable energy and technological innovation underpin the work of this group, which aims to provide solutions that help the international maritime community to achieve a sustainable and low-carbon industry. The group’s research focuses on the fundamental understanding of energy and applying this understanding across the field from ships to ports, and from offshore structures to shipyards, to ensure the cost-effective, safe and environmentally friendly use of resources.

Maritime Risk and System Safety (MaRiSa Group)This research group specialises in developing multi-disciplinary research angles in the area of maritime risk governance and management with a special focus on maritime safety and human-related issues. Technical developments, such as the concept of e-navigation or the use of simulation to help maritime risk assessment are also considered. The group has been very active over a long period in a wide range of EU-funded projects including MarNIS, ADOPTMAN, IMPACT and TeamSafety, as well as other projects such as ProGreenShipOperation and research on SAR for passenger ships.

Shipping and Port ManagementThis research area explores all areas of shipping and port management, and offers the chance of carrying out in-depth investigation within the fields of maritime economics, ship or port operations and management, and shipping and port policy, as well as in the related fields of logistics, ship finance, cargo handling, and port governance.

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Life in Malmö MalmöMalmö is Sweden’s third largest city, situated in the southern-most province of Skåne. The centre of the city, with its pedestrianised streets, offers good shopping facilities, theatres, bars, cafés and restaurants, as well as an outstanding symphony orchestra, art galleries and museums. Although Malmö may look typically Swedish, with its parks, historic buildings and canals, it is also very cosmopolitan; around a fifth of its inhabitants were born outside Sweden, and there are representatives of over 100 different cultures among its citizens.

Malmö’s sports provision is excellent, whether you want to watch or take part, and includes football, ice-hockey, sailing, golf, tennis and horse-riding. The city is surrounded by rolling countryside and some of the best beaches in Sweden.

Malmö has strong historic bonds with the maritime industry; it was an important medieval sea-port and had a thriving ship-building industry for many years. It is also a city with a knowlege-based economy, that places a premium on learning and research, being home to its own University as well as several faculties of Lund University and to WMU. The city has developed high-technology industries, to make the best use of its educated work-force.

The Öresund Bridge provides Malmö with a direct road and rail link to Copenhagen and its international airport, just 30 minutes away by train or bus. Copenhagen’s historic centre has all the attractions you would expect from any European capital, as well as some special features of its own, like the Tivoli Gardens.

The City of Malmö, as WMU’s host, provides the University’s building in the centre of town, which offers outstanding facilities in a spectacular building.

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Accommodation WMU is able to provide excellent student accommodation at the Henrik Smith Residence, run by on-site staff, at a rent of approximately SEK 4,900 (2015 figure) per month. The two wings of the Residence mean that all WMU students can be accommodated on one site.

The Henrik Smith Residence is less than three kilometres from the main University building, and only a short walk or bus-ride to the centre of Malmö.In the new wing, students have study-bedrooms with private bathrooms, and share large kitchens and sitting rooms. In the main building, each room is a self-contained, furnished study-bedroom, with cooking facilities and a bathroom. All rooms are connected to the University’s wi-fi network, and so to the internet.The Residence has a range of facilities, including a lounge area for social meetings or group work, study rooms for group work, a sauna, facilities for playing pool and table-tennis, laundry facilities and indoor storage space for bicycles

Passports and residence permits Make sure that you have a passport that is valid at least as long as your whole study period, and has plenty of empty pages left, so that you can be issued with any visas you need while you are at WMU.

You should apply for a residence permit as soon as you get your enrolment packet, even if you do not need a visa to enter Sweden (unless you are an EU national, in which case different rules apply). Under our agreement with the Swedish Government, students on the MSc in Maritime Affairs (but not those on the PhD programme) are issued with a Swedish residence permit for the whole period of their studies by their local Embassy. This permits you to travel to Sweden via other Schengen countries without obtaining additional or transit visas.

You should be aware that airlines will refuse to carry passengers without a valid residence permit or entry visa for their country of destination. It is therefore very important that you should start to apply for your residence permit as soon as your enrolment is confirmed. The process can often take up to three months, and sometimes longer, and the University, unfortunately, is not able to assist students with this.

Although WMU students have special residence status, students’ families are subject to the same rules as any other visitor coming to Sweden. Please see the section on Bringing your family to Malmö for full details.

Health care The University takes out medical insurance to cover treatment in Sweden, as well as emergency treatment during field studies abroad. This health insurance covers only sudden illness and accidents; it does not cover pre-existing conditions, for which you will have to meet all medical bills yourself. The University has a special arrangement with a clinic where our students can see a doctor without paying a consultation fee, and the insurance will also recompense students for the cost of prescription medicines. The insurance does not cover treatment from an optician, and gives only limited dental cover. Make sure you read the Fees and Facilities booklet, which contains the latest information available.

Neither students nor their families are eligible to participate in the Swedish National Health scheme. If you are planning to bring your family to join you in Malmö, it is compulsory to take out private medical insurance to cover them. The University insurance for you cannot be extended to your family. (See the section on Bringing your family to Malmö for more information.)

Student support services The University provides students with accident and travel insurance during their study period, in addition to the medical insurance described above. The visas needed by students for field studies abroad are also arranged by the University. Students also have free access to a leisure and sports centre close to the University.

Throughout their course of study, students have the chance to take part in evening visits to sporting, cultural and music events, and excursions to places of interest. An orientation programme is given to each group of new students to provide an introduction to living in Sweden. This is supplemented by a comprehensive information and advice service.

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Advice from the Student CouncilWMU students are represented by the elected Student Council, who every year passes on advice to applicants:

“Life at the University is not all work – it is essential that students also take full advantage of all that their time at WMU has to offer. As a member of the WMU community, you can benefit from a broader experience both as a professional and as an individual. The University offers you the chance to develop friendships with people from all over the world, and to become, temporarily, a member of Swedish society.

Students at WMU have a voice in the affairs of the University through the Student Council, which has special officers responsible for all areas of student life, from sports activities to academic affairs. We can make sure you get involved in all the things that interest you - and in turn, you can also help others. When you arrive, the Student Council arranges for you to be met by a ‘buddy’ – another student who can help you with all the practicalities of living in Sweden, and who can make sure you find your feet immediately.

You might want to bring your national dress with you when you come to Malmö – you will be asked on many occasions to represent your country while you are here, and many students are proud to wear their national dress. The Student Council co-ordinates activities that bring us into closer contact with the people of Malmö. To help cultural exchanges, we would advise you to bring music, games and souvenir items with you, so that you can explain about your home country, as well as learning about Sweden.”

When you graduate, you can keep in touch with your friends online. Many countries also have alumni associations or organisations of Friends of the University – and some graduates have even returned as visiting professors or resident academic staff. Many meet again in the future at conferences, seminars and IMO meetings, as well as informally keeping up with friends through social media.”

Bringing your family to MalmöBringing your family to Sweden is a heavy responsibility for you to undertake, and a decision that you should consider very carefully. It is a serious undertaking, in terms of both finances and of the time that you will spend making arrangements for your family.

You should not bring your family with you when you first come to Malmö, but must arrive here alone. This will allow you to assess your ability to support your family financially, and to make suitable arrangements for their accommodation. The cost of living in Sweden is very high, and you should bear this in mind when planning whether or not your family should follow you. You must notify the University in advance of the date when your family will join you in Sweden.

All expenditure related to your family is entirely your own responsibility. The arrangements made by the University apply only to students, and not to dependants. If you want to bring your family, you must arrange financial support for them, quite apart from any fellowship that you may yourself hold. Nominating governments and organisations are expected to continue to pay your salary while you are studying at the University, particularly to support your family, whether they remain in your home country or come

to Malmö. Such arrangements are entirely a matter for students and their sponsoring government/organisations, and do not involve the University in any way.

If you intend to bring your family to Malmö, you must obtain the necessary immigration clearance for them to enter Sweden before they leave your home country. Do not bring your family until they have the necessary permission, as the special status of WMU students does not apply to members of their families. You will have to demonstrate to the Swedish authorities that you can support your family financially, in line with Swedish regulations, and that you can afford the necessary health insurance for the whole period of their visit. This insurance is quite expensive; for a husband/wife plus two children, you will have to pay approximately $15 per day, plus the registration fee of around $70 for each person. Again, this insurance covers only sudden illness and accidents, and does not cover pre-existing conditions, routine health checks, pregnancy and so on.

Remember that overseas students and their families in Sweden are not eligible for state benefits such as child allowance, parental allowance or accommodation allowance.

If you are joined in Malmö by your husband or wife, he or she may share your accommodation in the Residence, but the apartments were designed and equipped to accommodate only one person comfortably. It is not possible for children to live at the Residence, even for short periods, and so families with children must arrange outside housing at their own expense. The cost of renting a basic apartment is currently around SEK9,000 per month, plus utilities, and currently very few are available, especially at this price level.

This is why very few WMU students bring their families for the whole period of their studies, though many arrange a shorter visit during the summer months or at graduation.

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MSc in International Transport & Logistics (Shipping & Finance): in Shanghai• Port logistics• Commercial law and marine insurance• Chartering practice and ship brokering• Risk management & Derivatives in shipping • Integrated supply chain management• Investors’ Decisions on Ship Finance • Maritime logistics• Shipping Market Analysis• Marketing and service marketing• Legal issues of ship finance

It ends with students completing an integrative research project paper. Field studies and seminars As part of the programme, students are required to take part in field study visits; destinations include Port Shanghai, the Shanghai Shipping Exchange, and a number of shipping and logistics companies. Students also attend a number of seminars.

Fees and costsThe tuition fee for the next intake to the programme will be RMB 85,000 (US$ 13,500 as at August 2015); the fees for the programme are affected by currency fluctuations and may rise each year. In addition, a student needs a minimum of around RMB 70,000 to cover living costs in Shanghai for the whole study period (accommodation, food, books and study material and so on).

More informationFor more information about the programme, please see http://www.wmu.se/content/shanghai-entrance-requirements

The Master of Science in International Transport and Logistics (Shipping & Finance) is delivered in Shanghai, China, by WMU in collaboration with Shanghai Maritime University (SMU). It has been designed to extend WMU’s professional education to a new and thriving clientele from the region and beyond, and to meet more of the maritime industry’s demand for high-level specialised professionals. It has been created specifically for the maritime market in China.

The programme is intensive, and is taught over 15 months from March each year, and ending in September of the following year. It consists of five taught units plus a research project, made up of 88 EC. The first unit consists of foundation studies, which provide the prerequisites for the later units, which cover all aspects of logistics and international transport. Staff from SMU teach the first unit and supervise project work, while WMU staff teach the other credits.

The programme is taught entirely in English, and the entry requirements, grading system and quality assurance processes are those in force at WMU. Successful graduates receive a WMU Master of Science degree, with a diploma signed by WMU’s Chancellor and President and a standard WMU transcript of grades.

Programme detailsThe programme contains the following taught subjects: • International economy and globalization• Decision making techniques • Strategies and organizational behaviour• Accounting• Ship management • Maritime economics • Legal framework of maritime transport• Finance & investment appraisal

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MSc in Maritime Safety & Environmental Management: in DalianThe Master of Science in Maritime Safety and Environmental Management is delivered in Dalian, China, by WMU in collaboration with Dalian Maritime University (DMU). It has been designed to extend WMU’s professional education to a new and thriving clientele from the region and beyond, and to meet more of the maritime industry’s demand for high-level specialised professionals. It has been created specifically for the maritime market in China.

The programme is intensive, and lasts for 15 months, starting in July each year. It consists of 88 EC, made up of four taught units plus a research project. The first unit, foundation studies, is followed by specialization units, which cover all aspects of maritime safety and environmental management. Staff from DMU teach the first unit, and supervise project work, while WMU staff teach the other credits.

The programme is taught entirely in English, and the entry requirements, grading system and quality assurance processes are those in force at WMU. Successful graduates receive a WMU Master of Science degree, with a diploma signed by WMU’s Chancellor and President and a standard WMU transcript of grades.

Programme details The programme contains the following taught subjects:

• Applied marine engineering• Applied naval architecture• Maritime labour and other standards• Quality systems and organizational management• Maritime economics and logistics• Ocean Science and Environment• International maritime law, legal systems &

conventions• Risk management in maritime sector• Maritime governance and control• The ISM Code and the related issues• Impact of Maritime Innovation and technology

• Marine environment protection standards• Legal issues and mandates in maritime administration• Maritime casualty investigation• Ship survey and certification management• Prevention and combating of marine pollution• Human factors in maritime safety and environment

protectionIt ends with students completing an integrative research project paper. Field studies and seminars As part of the programme, students are required to take part in field study visits; destinations include ships, maritime safety surveys,and ports. Students also attend a number of seminars. Fees and costs The tuition fee for the next intake to the programme is expected to be RMB 85,000 (US$ 13,500 as at August 2015); the fees for the programme are affected by currency fluctuations and may rise each year. In addition, a student needs a minimum of around RMB 50,000 to cover living costs in Dalian for the whole study period (accommodation, food, books and study material and so on). More information For more information about the programme, please see http://www.wmu.se/content/dalian-entrance-requirements

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Designed to provide a boot camp for managers, this programme addresses current topics of critical importance in the maritime industry with a blended-learning approach to operational, commercial, and technical issues. It has been designed in conjunction with the Maritime Academy of DNV GL, the world’s largest ship and offshore classification society.

Managers in today’s extremely competitive maritime industry need the skills to effectively anticipate and manage developments in the fast-paced maritime industry. The ability to address developments proactively requires up-to-date skills and comprehensive knowledge to retain a competitive edge.

The first intake was in September 2015, and the programme will last for eleven months with a credit load of 40 EC. It is made up of five modules and can be completed on a classroom-based basis, by distance learning, or through a blend of the two. Classroom-based learning will take place in selected DNV GL Maritime Academies worldwide. Distance learning will be via the latest e-education systems and can be completed from any location worldwide.

Programme detailsWMU and DNV GL’s Maritime Academy have condensed the major areas of interest coming from the administration, technical, operational and commercial sides of the maritime industry into a unique Postgraduate Diploma aimed at providing a holistic executive education for maritime managers.

The programme has been designed by a faculty of leading academics and practitioners. The five modules will address the most current topics of critical importance to maritime managers:

Module 1: Setting the Scene -Contemporary Global Maritime Regulatory and Management Issues in the Shipping Sector

Module 2: Mastering Complexity -Effective Management of Safety, Security and Risk

Module 3: Managing Resources -Human Resource Management, Organizational Processes and Leadership in a Maritime Context

Module 4: Remaining Competitive in a Changing Market - Strategic Financial Tools

Module 5: Staying Ahead of the Curve -Maritime Environmental Technology, Sustainability and Challenges

More informationApplicants should hold at least five years of work experience in the administration, regulatory, technical, commercial or scientific sides of maritime operations; and a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline or a Master Mariner/Chief Engineer qualification. For more information please contact [email protected]

DNV GL is the world’s leading ship and offshore classification society, the leading technical advisor to the global oil and gas industry, and a leading expert for the energy value chain including renewables and energy efficiency

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More informationThis programme is offered in partnership with Lloyd’s Maritime Academy. It is awarded and assessed by the World Maritime University and has been jointly developed with Lloyd’s Maritime Academy who also administer the enrolment and manage the delivery of the course. For more information, to apply online or to download a copy of the full prospectus please visit the website:http://www.lloydsmaritimeacademy.com/event/marine-insurance-postgraduate-diploma-distance-learning-course

You can also call Lloyd’s Maritime Academy on +44(0)20 7017 5270, or email the Programme Leader at [email protected]

The Postgraduate Diploma programme has been developed to enable students to study marine insurance at the highest educational level, and is delivered by distance learning, making it available to students based anywhere in the world.It lasts for eleven months, with an intake normally in September, and is made up of five modules. Modules are released at regular intervals and are accessed online via the learning management system. Students have their own user name and password to login and can add details to their profile including uploading a photo so students can network and really get to know each other. To provide students with an additional opportunity to meet and interact with the programme faculty and fellow students, there is one short, non-compulsory seminar normally held near the start of the course.The programme is led by Professor Patrick Donner, WMU’s Associate Academic Dean, and he is available throughout the programme via the online forum to answer any questions and to support you through your studies. The faculty is made up of leading academics and practitioners who write the module materials, and who are ideally placed to ensure you study the subjects that are of most interest and up-to-date. Students are assessed by written assignments and the programme ends with a final examination which is held in Malmö and London, but which may also be arranged elsewhere on request. Programme detailsThis unique programme provides you with the rare opportunity to specialise in the subject of marine insurance. In recent years the premium income has often been insufficient to cover claims in several categories of marine insurance and in the current shipping markets there is serious concern and clear indications that the value of claims will increase. Consequently, a high level of expertise will be essential to maintain a competitive advantage.The first module covers the fundamental principles of insurance law and provides students with a foundation for in-depth studies of insurance against marine risks. The subsequent modules deal with various categories of insurance cover for marine property, interests and liabilities, and claims, as well as the specialised area of re-insurance. The tuition fee for the programme is £5,395 in 2015/16, but is subject to a rise in price each year. The fee covers online course materials, the seminar and the examination in Malmö or London, as well as tutorial support and feedback. It does not include the costs of travel and accommodation for the seminar and examination. Students must cover the costs of any special arrangements they may request, such as the delivery of printed course materials by special courier or an alternative examination location.

Postgraduate Diploma in Marine Insurance: by distance learning

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In today’s tough economic environment, it is imperative that maritime leaders understand how to generate and use energy in a cost-effective, safe and environmentally responsible manner. To facilitate this understanding, this Postgraduate Diploma is delivered and supported online, enabling shipping professionals to gain a postgraduate qualification wherever they are in the world, while they work.It lasts for twelve months, with an intake normally in July; it carries a credit load of 42 EC, and is made up of five modules. Modules are released at regular intervals and are accessed online via the learning management system. Students have their own user name and password to login and can add details to their profile including uploading a photo so students can network and really get to know each other. The programme is led by Professor Dr. Aykut Ölçer and he is available throughout the programme via the online forum to answer any questions and to support you through your studies. The faculty is made up of leading academics and practitioners who write the module materials, and who are ideally placed to ensure you study the most interesting and up-to-date subjects.Students are assessed by written assignments and the programme ends with a final examination which is held in Malmö and London, but which may also be arranged elsewhere on request. Programme detailsThe shipping industry is under increasing pressure to meet more stringent environmental rules and regulations while remaining competitive. In addition, widespread overcapacity and rising fuel costs are forcing industry leaders to pursue all cost-saving possibilities in order to survive. Energy management is a key strategy to enhance profitability in shipping as well as responding to a tightening maritime regulatory framework. It is a crucial tool to help the shipping industry having the knowledge and critical evaluation skills needed to make informed decisions and strategic energy management plans, for middle to senior managers in shipping and related sectors, including maritime trade, transport, logistics and offshore energy.

This Postgraduate Diploma equips shipping managers for the future by delivering the knowledge and critical understanding they need to shape a more efficient and responsible industry. Covering a wide range of technical, operational and commercial issues from ship design and on-board ship operations through to international regulations to renewable energy and alternative fuels are considered in the programme. Fees and costsThe tuition fee for the programme is £6,195 in 2015/16, but is subject to a rise in price each year. The fee covers online course materials including 2 authoritative textbooks, recorded lectures and the examination in Malmö or London, as well as tutorial support and feedback. It does not include the costs of travel and accommodation for the examination. Students must cover the costs of any special arrangements they may request, such as the delivery of printed course materials by special courier or an alternative examination location. More informationThis programme is offered in partnership with Lloyd’s Maritime Academy. It is awarded and assessed by the World Maritime University and has been jointly developed with Lloyd’s Maritime Academy who also administer the enrolment and manage the delivery of the course. For more information, to apply online or to download a copy of the full prospectus please visit the website: http://www.lloydsmaritimeacademy.com/event/energy-management-shipping-industry-postgraduate-diploma-distance-learning-course You can also call Lloyd’s Maritime Academy on +44(0)20 7017 5270, or email the Programme Leader at [email protected]

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The Postgraduate Diploma in International Maritime Law responds to the demand for education in international trade and maritime law within the shipping, trade and related industries. It offers students the opportunity to study international maritime law in relation to the practical application of law in dispute resolution, bringing together the intellectual rigour of academic excellence with the experience of leading legal practitioners. The programme is delivered by distance learning, making it available to students based anywhere in the world.The programme lasts for 16 months, with an intake in November. The modules are released at regular intervals and accessed online via an online forum. Students have their own user name and password to login and can add details to their profile, including the ability to upload a photograph, which provides an excellent facility for peer support and networking.There are three two-day non-compulsory seminars, held in London; the first is held near the start, allowing students to meet and interact with the faculty and fellow students.The programme is led by Professor Patrick Donner, WMU’s Associate Dean, and Susan Hawker, Adjunct Professor. Both are available throughout the programme via the online forum, through which Susan will contribute tutorial support and engender group contribution and forum discussion.

Programme detailsAn understanding of how claims arise is essential in the maritime industry. This programme enables students to develop their academic knowledge and awareness of international trade and maritime law, within the context of how commercial trade ventures may give rise to legal issues. Successful completion of the programme will lead to an ability to analyze practical problems which raise legal issues, and to be able to apply relevant law to problems that arise in practice. On completion, students will emerge better equipped to negotiate a dispute settlement, and to recognise emerging problems. In addition, the programme develops students’ capacity for independent study and critical argument. The programme is based on English law, which is recognized internationally as a legal system for maritime and trade

Postgraduate Diploma in International Maritime Law: by distance learning

contracts, with London as a key forum for maritime and trade arbitration and litigation.The first subject provides students with the foundation essential for a proper understanding of maritime and trade law. The subsequent five core subjects build students’ understanding of the matrix of contracts and inter-related subjects forming the spectrum of international maritime law. The final, specialist subject is selected from a choice of four, to affording a greater understanding of that topic.Students are assessed by five written assignments and two final examinations, which are held in Malmö and London, but which may also be arranged elsewhere.

Fees and costsThe tuition fee for the programme is £5,595 in 2015/16, but is subject to a rise in price each year. It covers online materials, the seminar and examination in Malmö or London, and all tutorial support and feedback. It does not cover the costs of travel and accommodation for the seminars and examination. There may be an additional fee for any special arrangements which students might want, such as an alternative examination location.

More informationThis programme is offered in partnership with Lloyd’s Maritime Academy. It is awarded and assessed by the World Maritime University, and has been jointly developed with Lloyd’s Maritime Academy, who also administer the enrolment and manage delivery of the programme. For more information and tuition fees, and to apply online or download a copy of the full prospectus, please visit the website:www.lloydsmaritimeacademy.com/ml

You can also call Lloyd’s Maritime Academy on +44(0)20 7017 5270 / +1 (646) 957 8929 or email at [email protected]


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WMU has led numerous Executive & Professional Development Courses (EPDCs) for maritime professionals in locations around the world. EPDCs provide an exciting blend of academic and professional knowledge and offer the competitive edge to further the career to the highest possible level. They provide an opportunity for mid-career updating and knowledge sharing for maritime professionals. EPDCs range in length from a few days to several weeks and the blend of academic expertise and hands-on practical experience can immediately be applied in the workplace. The topics meet the current and future needs of the maritime market, particularly in key IMO-mandated areas. Participants not only acquire essential and contemporary knowledge, but also strengthen relationships with colleagues in their organization. The EPDCs promote interactivity in order for participants to be able to think critically about themselves and about their role in the organization. Professional development can help you achieve professional goals and maintain your skills and competences at the highest level:• Increase your ability to cope with changes and

challenges in the ever-changing maritime industry• Ensure you keep a competitive edge • Help you plan your own development and make the

best use of resources available • Show employers that you are committed to your

career • Increase your job satisfaction

Customized Executive Courses WMU’s EPDCs are tailor-made to meet the educational requirements of the client’s organization and a close relationship is established between the client and WMU’s executive education staff from the initial design of the course. Joint efforts are made to ensure that concerns identified by the organization are thoroughly analyzed and the key elements are clearly identified. This allows for the teaching and learning objectives to be well formulated, corresponding programme curricula drafted, and the most suitable instructors selected. WMU’s educational expertise, high-calibre instructors, and international environment provide the leading edge for any organization looking to meet the varying challenges of the maritime industry.

Indicative EPDC Topics • Advanced Workshop on the Maritime Labour

Convention • Assessment, Examination and Certification of

Seafarers• Climate Change Impacts on the Maritime Sector • Container Terminal Performance & Planning with a

Simulation Technique• Contemporary Issues in Integrated Coastal Zone

Management • Contemporary Issues in the Law of the Sea• Current Environmental Issues in the Offfshore Oil and

Gas Industry• Dangerous Goods• Economic Modelling of Shipping Markets• Energy Management through Ship Design and

Operation • Executive Development in the Maritime Sector • IMO Ballast Water Management Convention -

Compliance and Enforcement• ICT for Maritime Education & Training• International Trade & Transport • Introductory Workshop on the Maritime Labour

Convention• Maritime Casualty Investigation • Maritime English - Upgrading Teaching Competencies • Port State Control• Protection & Preservation of the Marine Environment

and the Law of the Sea• Ship Finance and Investment• Simulator Training and Assessment More information can be found at http://wmu.se/professional, including descriptions of the courses.

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PresidentC. Doumbia-Henry LLB, LLM (University of the West Indies), LLM, PhD (University of Geneva), Barrister-at-Law

Academic staff2015/2016 academic year

Vice-President (Academic)N. A. Bellefontaine BCom (Hons) (St Mary’s), MMM (Dalhousie), Distinguished Public Service Award (Canada)

Vice-President (International)S. Ma BSc (Shanghai Maritime University), MSc (Paris I), PhD (Paris II), Chevalier du Mérite Maritime (France)

ProfessorsCanadian Chair:L. P. Hildebrand BSc (Hons), MES (Dalhousie), PhD (Cardiff)

Nippon Foundation Chair and Director of Research:O. Lindén BSc, PhD (Stockholm)

INMARSAT Chair:S-H Moon BEng, MSc (Korea Maritime University), PhD (Cardiff), Master Mariner

A. Ölçer BSc, MSc, PhD (Istanbul Technical University)

Nippon Foundation Chair:J-U. Schröder-Hinrichs Dipl-Ing für Verkehrsingenieurwesen (Rostock), Dr-Ing (Wuppertal), Master Mariner

Republic of Korea Chair:D-W Song BA (Hons) (Korea Maritime University), MSc, PhD (Plymouth), CMILT

Director of Executive Education & Professional Development:I. Visvikis BSc (Aegean), MSc (Southampton), MSc (Plymouth), PhD (City)

T. Nakazawa BSc (KUMM), PhD (Kobe), Chartered Engineer (UK)

Leave of absence 2013-15:M. Mejia BSc (US Naval Academy), MALD (Fletcher), MSc (WMU), Tekn Lic, PhD (Lund), Distinguished Service Medal (Philippines)

Associate ProfessorsM. Baldauf Dipl-Ing für Verkehrsingenieurwesen (Rostock), Dr-Ing (Wuppertal)

R. Baumler MSc (Artois), PhD (Evry), Master Mariner

C. W. Cole BEd (Hons), CertEd (Leicester), DipRSA in TEFL/TESL

Associate Academic Dean:P. Donner LLM (Turku), Vice häradshövding, AFNI

A. Fakhry LLB, LLM (Montreal), MMM (Dalhousie), PhD (Southampton), Advocate, Member of the Quebec Bar

Nippon Foundation Chair:M. E. Manuel MSc, PhD (WMU), Master Mariner

M. C. Romero Lares LLB (Andrés Bello), LLM (Tulane), PhD (Leibniz University Hannover)

G. Theocharidis LLB (Aristotle University), LLM (Cantab.), Dr.iur. (Aristotle University), Advocate, Member of the Piraeus Bar, L.M.A.A. (SuppMemb)

Assistant ProfessorsD. Dalaklis BSc (Hellenic Naval Academy), MSc (US Naval Postgraduate School), PhD (Aegean), AFNI, Distinguished Service Medal (Greece)

L. L. Froholdt BA (University College Zealand), Diploma, MA (Danish University of Education), PhD (Southern Denmark)

M. Kitada BSc (Kobe), PhD (Cardiff)

LecturersJ. DeWitz BS (US Merchant Marine Academy), MBA (Columbia Southern)(seconded from the United States Coast Guard)

A. Pazaver MA, CTESL (Carleton)

J. Bolmsten MSc (Blekinge Institute of Technology), MSc (Copenhagen), PhD (IT University of Copenhagen) (part-time)

Adjunct ProfessorsS. J. Cross MSc (Amsterdam Nautical Academy), PhD (Erasmus/Southampton Solent), Master Mariner

C. R. Cushing BSc (USMMA/MIT), MS (New York), PhD (Wales), Member of the National Academy of Engineering, US

G. M. Gauci LLD (Malta), LLM (Southampton), PhD (Wales)

S. Hawker LLB (Buckingham), LLM (London School of Economics)

Kyaw Zeya Diploma Maritime Law, Diploma International Law, MSc (WMU)

B. M. Leonard BA (University, Dublin), MEd (Loyola), Diploma Nautical Science (Memorial University St. Johns)

G. Muller BSc, MSc (SUNY Maritime)

H. Staniland BA, LLB (Natal), LLM, PhD (Southampton)

External ExaminersA. Chircop LLM, JSD (Dalhousie), LLD (Malta), Notary PublicProfessor of Law, Schulich School of Law, Dalhousie University W. Ritchie OBE, BSc, PhD (Glasgow), DUniv (Stirling), DSc (Lancaster), FRSGS , FRICS, FRS (Edin)

Research AssociatesF. Ballini BSc, MSc, PhD (Genova)

A. Kataria BEd (IGNOU), BA (Shimla), MA (Panjab), MBA (Calcutta), DSSRM (Cardiff)

J. Madjidian MSc, PhD (Lund)

H. Nilsson BA (Lund)

G. Praetorius MSc (Linköping), PhLic (Gothenburg)

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Application and Payment

SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION

• Make your application online at our website or• Complete the pdf form, which can be downloaded from our website, and send it by email to [email protected]

• Attach your supporting certificates as electronic documents

• If you are applying for donor funding: - submit your file as early as possible - by the end of December for students who wish to join the ESSP, and by the end of March for those who wish to join the standard or the accelerated programme - ensure that the additional application form and motivational statements are submitted • There are no cut-off dates for submitting your application

Paper applications are not accepted

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FEES AND FINANCING

When your completed application form has been considered by our Admissions Board, we will let you know whether or not you have academic clearance. Advice of academic clearance indicates only that a candidate has been selected by the Admissions Board on academic grounds. It does not indicate that a candidate can enrol; this can only be confirmed when the necessary finance has been secured.

The costs of studying at WMU are summarised earlier in this Handbook, and fuller details of financial arrangements can be found in the Fees & Facilities leaflet, which will be available from spring 2016.

Major international donors usually provide full fellowships, although there is a small number of tuition-fee only fellowships. Applicants’ employers must apply for this donor funding. Several donors require that the candidate should complete a motivational statement in order to be considered. The blank forms for employers and candidates to complete can be found on our web-site.

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PAYMENTS TO THE UNIVERSITY

Payments to the University should be sent to: Account Name: The World Maritime University Account Number: 3968-77-02567 IBAN Number: SE66 3000 0000 0396 8770 2567 BIC Code: NDEASESS Bank Name: Nordea Bank Address: PO Box 24, S-201 24 Malmö, Sweden Details of the transfer of funds should be sent to the Registry by email ([email protected]).

Payment for the 14-month programme can be made in two equal instalments. The first payment must be made by the following dates:• students attending the English & Study Skills Programme in June: 1 April 2016• students joining the standard 14-month Programme in September: 1 July 2016

The second payment must be made by 1 April 2017 at the latest.

Students joining the accelerated programme must make their payment by 1 November before the January in which they enrol.

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2016 20 June - 9 September English & Study Skills Programme: 12 weeks

12 - 16 September Non-teaching period for ESSP students: 1 week

12 September Orientation programme for non-ESSP students starts: 1 week

19 September Inauguration of the Class of 2017

19 September - 16 December First term: 13 weeks

30 October Graduation Ceremony for the Class of 2016

19 December - 13 January Non-teaching period: 4 weeks

2017 16 January – 21 April Second term: 14 weeks

16 January Students with advanced standing join the class of 2017

24 April - 28 July Third term: 14 weeks

8 - 19 May Non-teaching period: 2 weeks

31 July - 4 August Non-teaching period: 1 week

7 August - 3 November Fourth term: 13 weeks

5 November Graduation Ceremony for the Class of 2017

2016/17 Key Dates for students joining the MSc in Maritime Affairs

The Academic Handbook is complied and published annually by the World Maritime University

The University gratefully acknowledges the assistance of the following for the use of their photographs: Linda Andersson, Malmö: Page 6 (top), 7 (bottom), 10 (top right), 11, 13, 14 (bottom row), 28 (top), 29, 39

Danny Cornelissen, Portpictures.nl: Page 14 (top), 17, 20, 21, 23, 33, 34

We are grateful to the students of the Class of 2015 who have contributed their photographs. Without their help this Academic Handbook would not be possible.

The owners of all photos retain the copyright.

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Fax: +46 - 40 - 12 84 42The World Maritime University was established under the auspices of the

International Maritime Organization, a specialized agency of the United Nations

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